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Angola Lark
Amirafra angolensis
Angola Lark (Amirafra angolensis) — Songbirds & Perching Birds of Africa.
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The Angola Lark (Amirafra angolensis) is a member of the Alaudidae family found in Africa. The IUCN Red List lists it as Least Concern.
Conservation status
IUCN Red List (opens in a new tab)Widespread and abundant — not currently at risk.
Where it fits
- Class Aves
- Order Passeriformes
- Family Alaudidae Larks
- Genus Amirafra
- Species angolensis
Quick facts
- Family
- Alaudidae
- Order
- Passeriformes
Biology & behaviour
The Angola Lark (Amirafra angolensis) is a member of the Alaudidae family, within the order Passeriformes. It occurs naturally across Africa. Its distribution covers AF sc.
The IUCN Red List currently assesses it as Least Concern. That category covers species that remain widespread and reasonably abundant in the wild.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Angola Lark live?
The Angola Lark is found across Africa with a range covering AF sc.
What family does the Angola Lark belong to?
The Angola Lark (Amirafra angolensis) belongs to the Alaudidae family, in the order Passeriformes.
Is the Angola Lark endangered?
The IUCN Red List currently assesses it as Least Concern That category covers species that remain widespread and reasonably abundant in the wild.
Conservation
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